1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Laguna |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |